Tag : IAM RoadSmart
Majority of high-mileage business drivers don’t use safety assistance tech
Around two-thirds of fleet drivers don’t regularly make use of in-vehicle assistance aids despite the life-saving benefits.
Calls to scrap smart motorways after release of latest stocktake
Calls to reinstate hard shoulders on smart motorways are mounting following the release of official safety data.
IAM RoadSmart reaccredited for international ISO standard
IAM RoadSmart has been reaccredited with the ISO 9001 international standard for quality management systems through the British Standards Institute (BSI) in recognition for its continuing … Read More »
Half of drivers fail roadside drug tests in growing drug-driving epidemic
One in two motorists pulled over on suspicion of drug-driving are failing roadside drug tests, prompting calls to tackle a growing epidemic.
Free lunchtime webinar on how to tackle driver fatigue
IAM RoadSmart is running a free webinar to help fleets support drivers in dealing with fatigue and gather new tips.
Risk warning to drivers using country lanes to avoid traffic jams
Drivers using country lanes to escape from congested motorways have been warned of the dangers to themselves and other road users.
IAM RoadSmart urges Chancellor to freeze fuel duty and take radical steps on road safety
IAM RoadSmart has called on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to maintain the fuel duty freeze in next week’s Autumn Budget and take action to save lives and … Read More »
Road rage on the rise and Gen Z and Millennials are the angriest drivers, says new research
Drivers are getting angrier on the road, with Gen Z and Millennials the most guilty, according to new research.
UK road deaths fall 5% but concerns for seatbelt rates and pedestrian fatalities
Deaths on UK roads fell 5% last year but significant work is still needed to tackle fatality and casualty numbers.
Free IAM RoadSmart webinar to give tips on managing driver risk
IAM RoadSmart is running a free webinar delivering practical advice for effective driver risk management.
Free webinar to help fleets start managing work-related driver risk
IAM RoadSmart is running a free webinar to help fleets tackle challenges with implementing work-related driver risk management.
IAM RoadSmart manifesto calls for review of driving for work standards
IAM RoadSmart has published its ‘Safer roads for all’ manifesto, calling on all political parties to prioritise road safety, including a review of driving for work … Read More »
IAM RoadSmart to debut online risk management system at 2024 Great British Fleet Event
IAM RoadSmart is returning to the Great British Fleet Event for 2024 to showcase its latest developments in fleet road risk management.
Over quarter of drivers think okay to drink- or drug-drive on occasion
More than a quarter (27%) of drivers think there are circumstances when it’s okay to drive under the influence, a new survey has revealed.
Road Safety Week 2023: Rising risks posed by defective tyres
New research revealing the risks to drivers from defective tyres has been published for Road Safety Week 2023.
IAM RoadSmart announces major organisational changes
Road safety charity IAM RoadSmart has announced key organisational changes to spearhead change in road safety policy and regulation.
‘Shocking level’ of drug-driving among younger drivers
Almost a third of young drivers may have driven after taking illegal drugs or been in a vehicle where the driver has been under the influence, … Read More »
Over half of drivers tested at roadside found positive for drug-driving
High numbers of drivers have tested positive for drink- or drug-driving in a national policing operation.
Motorists’ top concerns revealed in IAM RoadSmart Driving Safety report
IAM RoadSmart has published its latest annual Driving Safety Culture report, revealing driver concerns over the cost of motoring, safety issues, and drink and drug driving.
Third of company car drivers think drug-driving is acceptable, finds IAM
Company car drivers are more likely to drive under the influence of drink or drugs and take risks on distracted driving compared to private drivers, new … Read More »
One in 10 motorists have driven after taking illegal drugs
Drug-driving in the UK has reached epidemic proportions, with potentially millions of motorists getting behind the wheel after consuming illegal drugs.
Two-thirds of UK motorists support ban on e-scooters
More than two-thirds (68%) of UK motorists would support a law totally banning e-scooter usage, according to a new poll.
60% of motorists are worried about driving on Britain’s roads
New research commissioned by road safety charity IAM RoadSmart has revealed that potentially millions of drivers are worried about driving on Britain’s roads.
Tony Greenidge to step down as IAM RoadSmart CEO
IAM RoadSmart CEO Tony Greenidge is to step down after four years with the road safety charity.
Almost half of motorists support blanket 20mph limits
Support for reducing the speed limit on all urban roads from 30mph to 20mph has increased in recent years with almost half of drivers now in … Read More »
Shocking levels of speeding during first lockdown revealed in new stats
More than 50% of cars and vans exceeded the speed limit in towns and on motorways in 2020, as drivers took advantage of the emptier roads … Read More »
New research reveals fatigue is serious problem for drivers
One in 10 drivers have momentarily fallen asleep behind the wheel, potentially putting their lives and other drivers’ at risk.
Covid impact on driving for work and employee wellbeing explored in new white paper
The vital subject of how to improve work-related road safety – and employee wellbeing – in the wake of Covid-19 has come under focus in a … Read More »
Speeding becoming less acceptable, new research reveals
Speeding is becoming more of a taboo among motorists, with some now considering it less acceptable than they did five years ago.
Comment: The true impact of Covid on our roads
The Covid-19 pandemic has been akin to a car crash for the UK’s health and economy. But collateral damage caused by the virus has also impacted … Read More »